by George Paul, Communications Officer, MFCS

Kji-Saqamaw (Grand Chief) Norman Sylliboy. Photo by George Paul

Sunday, July 28, 2019 marked the 277th year the Mi’kmaq congregated on a little island (Mniku) off Potlotek First Nation to honour their patron Saint, St. Anne and where the Mi’kmaw Grand Council held meetings known as Sante’ Mawiomi.

This year held historic significance because a new Kji-Saqamaw (Grand Chief of the Mi’kmaw Nation) was to be selected on this historical island known as Mniku.

Since the passing of the late Grand Chief (Kji-Saqamaw) Ben Sylliboy on November 30, 2017 the Mi’kmaw Nation has been without a Grand Chief for 18 months. The anticipated announcement of a new ...

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